Join us in the epicenter of innovation, New York City, on October 1st, 2025, for FWD New York City 2025, a day dedicated to redefining what is possible in AI transformation and leadership.
This year, we are exploring what it takes to truly ignite transformation in your teams, your strategies, and your perspective. Whether you are preparing for the AI-powered future, fostering a learning-first culture, or ready to challenge the status quo, this event is for leaders who are ready to shift gears and make an impact.
Transformation does not happen overnight, but it always starts with a single spark. Together, we will explore the big and small actions that unlock potential, from a groundbreaking initiative to the power of a simple, “Yes, that is a great idea.”
Cap off the day by connecting with like-minded leaders over drinks and lively conversations, because the sparks of transformation do not stop when the sessions do.
Get ready to turn on transformation in the city that never sleeps.
- Keynotes: Hear from industry leaders and visionaries as they share fresh perspectives and actionable insights on driving transformation in the modern world.
- Hands-on workshop: Take part in an interactive session designed to provide practical tools and strategies to turn concepts into action for your organization and teams.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and exchange ideas with leaders who are shaping the future of learning and innovation.
The AI Tipping Point: Leading the Workforce Transformation Revolution
Genefa Murphy, Udemy's CMO, will share how AI reshapes the business landscape. We've reached a critical inflection point — per McKinsey, 92% of organizations are investing in AI technologies, yet only 1% feel fully prepared to capitalize on these investments. Genefa Murphy, Udemy's Chief Marketing Officer, will explore how this unprecedented skills gap creates both challenges and opportunities for organizations, including insights on emerging AI workforce trends and why traditional approaches to learning and development no longer suffice. This thought-provoking session sets the foundation for understanding organizational AI readiness in today's rapidly evolving business environment.
Leading with AI: How L&D Teams Are Driving Business Value
Led by Karen Fascenda, Udemy's CPO, listen in on a candid conversation with L&D leaders at various stages of their AI fluency journeys. They’ll share concrete examples of integrating AI into learning programs, their current position on the AI readiness spectrum, and the practical steps that moved their organizations forward. From early implementation challenges to advanced applications, you'll discover actionable approaches to building AI fluency applicable to any readiness level. Learn effective strategies for overcoming common barriers faced when introducing AI to learning ecosystems, regardless of where your organization currently stands in its AI adoption journey.
Bridge the AI Divide: Accelerating Enterprise AI Readiness
Join Jacob Coulter, Udemy's Product Management Leader, Discover Udemy's strategic approach for closing this critical gap through our comprehensive reskilling platform. See how organizations have upskilled 70% of their workforce in just three months, transforming AI implementation timelines from years to weeks. Find out how your organization can lead — not just participate in — the AI revolution.
